Warrensburg public meetings in 2024

City Council

The City Council will hold first and second reading of an ordinance authorizing Guaranteed Maximum Price Two (GMP 2) with Capital Paving and Construction LLC for Phase 3 of the Maguire Street Corridor Upgrade Project. The meeting also includes city staff updates and a closed session to discuss personnel, sealed bids, and personnel records.

• Ordinance authorizing GMP 2 with Capital Paving and Construction LLC for Phase 3 of Maguire Street Corridor Upgrade
• Closed session per RSMo 610.021 for personnel, sealed bids, and personnel records
• City staff updates including Community Development
• Documents include plans, risk register, and master schedule for the project

The Warrensburg City Council unanimously approved Ordinance No. 5925, authorizing a Guaranteed Maximum Price 2 (GMP2) contract with Capital Paving and Construction, LLC for Phase 3 of the Maguire Street Corridor Upgrade Project, totaling $4,388,753.12. The project includes roadway improvements, curb/gutter/sidewalk replacement, and traffic signal upgrades, with completion targeted for December 2025. The council also discussed solid waste billing changes and closed the meeting for personnel and contract matters.

• Approved GMP2 contract with Capital Paving for $4,388,753.12 (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 5925 for Maguire Street Phase 3 (5-0)
• Moved to closed session for personnel and contract discussions (5-0)

City Council

The Warrensburg City Council meets in a closed work session to discuss personnel records as allowed by Missouri statute. No public business or votes are conducted.

• Closed session under §610.021(13) for personnel records

Warrensburg Convention & Visitors Bureau

The Warrensburg Convention & Visitors Bureau Marketing Committee will meet to review a draft request for proposals for a visitor profile study. No other business is listed beyond procedural items.

• Review draft RFP for Visitor Profile Study

The Warrensburg Convention & Visitors Bureau Marketing Committee met via Zoom and adopted the agenda. The director presented a draft request for proposals for a visitor profile study, and the committee discussed the timeline, evaluation criteria, and scope of work. The committee reached consensus to exclude the projected budget from the RFP. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Adopted agenda as presented (motion by Jolliff, seconded by Thompson)
• Consensus to exclude projected budget from visitor profile study RFP

Warrensburg Convention & Visitors Bureau

The Warrensburg Convention & Visitors Bureau board will meet via Zoom to consider awarding a door project at the Visitors Center, approving a Missouri Division of Tourism Wayfinding grant program, and authorizing attendance at an educational conference and marketing college. The board will also review a sponsorship application from the UCM Alumni Foundation for an All Greek Reunion. Routine items include financial reports, a strategic plan update, and reports from the city and parks department.

• Visitors Center Door Project Proposal Award – board to decide on contractor/proposal
• Missouri Division of Tourism Wayfinding Program approval – grant program for signage or directional improvements
• MDT Educational Scholarship and STS Tourism Marketing College approval – funding for staff or board training
• Sponsorship application from University of Central Missouri Alumni Foundation for All Greek Reunion (April 11-12, 2025)
• Financial report (DETAIL REPORT 12092024.PDF and LODGING TAX_25.PDF) and strategic plan update

Energy and Sustainability Task Force

The Energy and Sustainability Task Force will discuss potential projects in its areas of focus, including energy efficiency, resource conservation, renewable energy, and public trees. Members will consider a member renewal for Aubrey Binder and follow up on action items from the previous meeting. The meeting includes updates on the Tree City USA application and revisions to Warrensburg's public tree materials.

• Member renewal for Aubrey Binder
• Discussion of potential projects in energy efficiency, resource conservation, renewable energy, and public trees
• Follow-up on action items from previous meeting
• Tree City USA application
• Updating Warrensburg's tree management plan, inventory, and recommended tree list

The Energy and Sustainability Task Force approved minutes and agenda, then discussed a potential service learning project to remove invasive honeysuckle at a park, with a date to be set by the Parks Department. They also discussed member renewal for Aubrey Binder, Tree City USA application, and updating the city tree list. No formal votes were taken on these items.

• Approved minutes from 11-13-24 meeting
• Approved agenda for Dec. 11 meeting
• Discussed service project to remove invasive honeysuckle at a park (date TBD)
• Discussed reappointment of Aubrey Binder for another 2-year term

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to receive an update on the Maguire Street Corridor Upgrade Project and discuss Guaranteed Maximum Price Two (GMP2) Options A and B with Capital Paving and Construction, LLC. No formal votes are expected as this is a discussion item.

• Discussion of Guaranteed Maximum Price Two (GMP2) Options A and B for the Maguire Street Corridor Upgrade Project with Capital Paving and Construction, LLC

The Warrensburg City Council held a work session on December 9, 2024, to discuss the Rethink Maguire project. They gave consensus to an accelerated construction timeline (Option B) for Phase 3, which would complete work by the end of 2025 but involve more traffic disruptions. No formal votes were taken; the direction will inform a proposed ordinance for the December 23 special meeting.

• Consensus to proceed with Option B (accelerated) for Phase 3 construction timeline
• Noted MDNR expected to award $4.5M grant for Phase 2 stormwater improvements on January 8, 2025
• Discussed GMP 2 for Rethink Maguire; ordinance to be placed on December 23 special meeting agenda

City Council

The council will hold a public hearing and first/second reading on an ordinance to rezone a portion of 1015 E. Hale Lake Road from R-MH (Manufactured Home Residence) to R1 (Single Family Residence). Other business includes replacing Chapter 11 of the city code on garbage and trash, setting new solid waste rates, vacating an alley between 719 and 723 East Culton Street, authorizing a PCI compliance contract with Enterprise Risk Management Inc., leasing the animal shelter facility to Old Drum Animal Shelter, and allocating remaining ARPA funds to public safety personnel costs. The meeting also covers mayoral appointments to the Diversity and Inclusion and TIF commissions, disposal of a city vehicle, a firefighter grant application, acceptance of a donated centennial license plate, and an unaudited FY2024 year-end budget report.

• Public hearing and ordinance to rezone 1015 E. Hale Lake Road from R-MH to R1
• Ordinance repealing and replacing Chapter 11 (Garbage and Trash) of the city code
• Resolution establishing rates for solid waste residential collection services
• Ordinance authorizing a lease agreement with Old Drum Animal Shelter for the animal shelter facility
• Ordinance allocating remaining American Rescue Plan Act funds to public safety personnel costs

The Warrensburg City Council unanimously adopted Ordinance 5920, repealing and replacing Chapter 11 of the city code on garbage and trash, and Resolution 2301 setting the residential solid waste collection rate at $31 per month. The council also rezoned a portion of 1015 E. Hale Lake Road to single-family residential, vacated an alley on E. Culton Street, and approved several other ordinances and resolutions, including allocating remaining ARPA funds to public safety personnel costs.

• Adopted Ordinance 5920 repealing/replacing Chapter 11 (garbage/trash) (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2301 setting solid waste rate at $31/month (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 5919 rezoning 1015 E. Hale Lake Road to R1 (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 5921 vacating alley between 719 and 723 E. Culton St. (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 5922 authorizing PCI compliance contract with ERMProtect (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 5923 renewing Old Drum Animal Shelter lease for 1 year (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 5924 allocating $1.2M ARPA funds to public safety personnel costs (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2302 to auction 2014 Ford Utility Interceptor (5-0)

Board of Adjustment

The Warrensburg Board of Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a variance request (VAR-121-2024) for properties at 510 and 512 N. Water St. The board will also consider approving minutes from its July 11, 2024 meeting.

• Public hearing on variance request VAR-121-2024 for 510 & 512 N. Water St.
• Approval of minutes from July 11, 2024 meeting

Diversity & Inclusion Commission

The Diversity & Inclusion Commission will discuss recruiting new members and reevaluating the purpose and efficacy of its activities. They will also hear reports from recent events including UCM Get the Red Out and the Community Connection Fair, and consider proclamations for Black History Month and Native American Heritage Month.

• Recruitment of new commission members
• Reevaluating the commission's purpose, activities, and target populations (local residents, UCM students, K-12 students)
• Proclamation for Black History Month (February 2025)
• Reports from UCM Get the Red Out (Sept 7) and Community Connection Fair (Sept 28)
• Proclamation for Native American Heritage Month (November) — report

The Diversity and Inclusion Commission approved its agenda and the August and September minutes. It decided to invite Dr. Lover Chancler to evaluate the Commission's purpose and to participate in a Black History Month event. Two members resigned, and new appointments were announced.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved August and September minutes (motion carried)
• Decided to invite Dr. Lover Chancler to evaluate Commission's purpose
• Decided to participate in Black History Month event

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review a request to rezone a property in the Copper Ridge Subdivision. The body will hear public testimony and consider a recommendation regarding the zoning change.

• Request to rezone 1015 E. Hale Lake Rd. from R-MH (Manufactured Home Residence District) to R1 (Single-Family Residence District)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will elect officers and consider a request for written comments on the effects of modifying a wireless facility at 501 S. Washington Street (Audrey J. Walton Stadium) on historic properties. They will also review a FY25 Historic Preservation Fund application and the annual Certified Local Government report. Other business includes planning for Historic Preservation Month 2025 and grant funding for American World War II Heritage Cities.

• Election of chair and vice-chair
• Request for comments on wireless facility modification at 501 S. Washington St. (Audrey J. Walton Stadium)
• FY25 Historic Preservation Fund application
• Certified Local Government annual report review
• Discussion of grant funding for American World War II Heritage Cities

The Historic Preservation Commission approved a motion that the proposed modification to the wireless telecommunications facility at 501 S. Washington St. would not have an adverse effect on historic properties. It also approved submitting the FY2025 Historic Preservation Fund Application and the Certified Local Government Annual Report with a correction. Officers were elected for the coming year.

• Approved no-adverse-effect finding for wireless facility at 501 S. Washington St. (4-0)
• Approved submission of FY2025 Historic Preservation Fund Application (4-0)
• Approved Certified Local Government Annual Report with correction noting Eddie Osborne's City Council service (4-0)
• Ellis re-elected Chair, Brigman elected Vice-Chair (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board will hold its monthly meeting, reviewing a year-end budget report for 2023-2024 and a budget printout through September 30, 2024. The board will also enter a closed session to discuss legal actions and individually identifiable personnel records.

• Special thank you to Ernest Graydon, Park Board Member
• Employee Appreciation Awards presented
• Finance Committee Report: year-end budget and budget through September 30, 2024
• Director's Report for November 2024
• Closed session pursuant to Missouri law for legal actions and personnel records

Arts Commission

The Warrensburg Arts Commission will consider approving a grant for the Warrensburg Community Band and discuss the Mulberry Tree Bench Proposal and Coffee Sleeve Project. New business also includes discussing artwork on loan in City Hall, planning FY25 fundraisers, and marketing community arts grants.

• Approval of Warrensburg Community Band Community Grant
• Discussion of Mulberry Tree Bench Proposal
• Coffee Sleeve Project Update
• Discussion of Artwork on Loan in City Hall
• Planning for Fundraiser(s) FY25

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board's Finance Committee is meeting to discuss the year-end budget update. No other business is listed aside from adjournment.

• Year-End Budget Update

Warrensburg Convention & Visitors Bureau

The Warrensburg Convention and Visitors Bureau Board will hold a regular monthly meeting including review of two sports grant applications, a financial report, and an update on the Equity Bank account. The board will also adopt minutes from the prior meeting and hear a strategic plan update. Public comments and board remarks are scheduled.

• Review of WCVB Sports Grant Application for JCCF Golf Tournament
• Review of WCVB Sports Grant Application for Mules Club American Legion Baseball
• Update on account at Equity Bank and authorized signers
• Financial report for FY24 and FY25 and lodging tax report
• WCVB Strategic Plan update

Energy and Sustainability Task Force

The Energy and Sustainability Task Force will discuss potential projects in its areas of focus, including energy efficiency, resource conservation (with invasive plant remediation), renewable energy solutions, and public trees. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is primarily for discussion and planning.

• Discussion of energy efficiency projects
• Discussion of resource conservation including invasive plant remediation
• Discussion of renewable energy solutions
• Discussion of public trees initiatives

Parks and Recreation Board

The Warrensburg Parks and Recreation Board is holding a Building & Grounds meeting to receive an update on current projects and to take questions and comments from the public. No specific projects or financial items are listed on the agenda.

• Update to Current Projects (no specific details provided in agenda)

City Council

The City Council is holding a work session to discuss solid waste services. The discussion will be presented by Barbara Carroll, Director of Community Development.

• Discussion of solid waste services

Parks and Recreation Board

The Warrensburg Parks and Recreation Board Recreation Committee will hold a regular meeting to receive updates from recreation leadership staff and discuss the upcoming winter basketball program. A report from the Recreation Committee will also be presented.

• Updates from Recreation Leadership Staff
• Winter Basketball Update
• Rec Committee Meeting Report

Warrensburg Convention & Visitors Bureau

The Warrensburg Convention and Visitors Bureau Tourism Development Committee is meeting to review submitted grant applications. The meeting is being conducted via Zoom.

• Review of WCVB Grant Applications Submitted

City Council

The Warrensburg City Council will hold public hearings and consider ordinances to rezone a portion of 1035 S. Maguire Street from R3 to General Business, and to amend solar energy system placement rules. The council will also vote on approving the preliminary and final plats for Mercado's Corner subdivision at that address, authorizing an engineering design contract with Burns & McDonnell for the Safety Action Plan, approving two murals on a city-owned building, and authorizing a grant application for local records.

• Rezoning 1035 S. Maguire St. from R3 to GB (General Business)
• Amending Section 27-240(e)(2) to change solar energy system placement rules
• Approving preliminary and final plats for Mercado's Corner subdivision at 1035 S. Maguire St.
• Authorizing contract with Burns & McDonnell for engineering design services for Safety Action Plan (dollar amount not specified in agenda)
• Resolutions approving a dandelion mural and a quote mural on city-owned building at Culton and Washington Streets

Arts Commission

The Arts in Public Places Committee is meeting to discuss updates on ongoing art installations and a sculpture on loan from 2017. The body will review progress on specific city art projects.

• Mulberry tree project update
• Poetry in the Park location and sign design
• Art in City Buildings update
• 2017 Sculpture on Loan materials

Diversity & Inclusion Commission

The commission is meeting to discuss recruiting new members and reevaluating the purpose and effectiveness of its activities. The body will review its strategy for reaching different population groups and its role in supporting community events.

• Recruitment of members including outreach to UCM Prism, WHS, and WAFB
• Discussion of a proclamation for Native American Heritage Month
• Planning for a Black History Month proclamation in February 2025
• Review of volunteer reports for UCM Get the Red Out and Community Connection Fair
• Evaluation of educational activities to prevent discrimination

City Council

This meeting is solely a training session on Missouri's Sunshine Law, presented by the state Attorney General's Office. No city business will be decided or discussed.

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review a request to rezone a portion of 1035 S. Maguire St. from R3 Low-Density Multifamily to GB General Business District, along with preliminary and final plats for Mercado's Corner at the same address. The agenda also includes consideration of a minor plat for Goth Addition, a final plat for Copper Ridge, and an ordinance amendment regarding placement of solar energy systems (Section 27-240 (E)(2)). A public hearing will be held during the Requests and Petitions portion, with sign-up for speakers.

• Rezone portion of 1035 S. Maguire St. from R3 to GB General Business District
• Preliminary and final plats for Mercado's Corner at 1035 S. Maguire St.
• Minor plat of Goth Addition at 1007-1009 Deer Run
• Final plat of Copper Ridge - 1st Plat at 1015 E. Hale Lake Rd.
• Ordinance amendment on solar energy system placement (Section 27-240 (E)(2))

Parks and Recreation Board

The Warrensburg Parks and Recreation Board holds its regular monthly meeting with routine items including approval of minutes, committee reports, and a director's report. No new ordinances, contracts, or public hearings are on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from September 25, 2024 meeting
• Finance Committee report with year-to-date budget (no October report)
• Building & Grounds and Recreation Committee reports
• Director's report for October 2024

City Council

The Warrensburg City Council will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance establishing sewer base rate charges for the remainder of FY2025. They will also vote on authorizing an engineer services agreement for the Lion's Lake Improvement Project with Engineering Survey and Services LLC. Additional items include applying for a historic preservation grant, and approving public art installations and a bench proposal from the Arts Commission.

• Public hearing on sewer rate charges effective November 1, 2024
• Ordinance establishing sewer base rate charges for FY2025
• Ordinance authorizing proposal with Engineering Survey and Services LLC for Lion's Lake Improvement Project
• Resolution to apply for FY2025 Historic Preservation Fund Grant for commercial building design guidelines
• Resolution approving installation of public art (beaded suncatchers) on fence in Activated Alley between Culton and West Pine Streets

Arts Commission

The Warrensburg Arts Commission will meet to discuss the FY25 budget and various funding approvals. The body is considering grants for wood carvers and honoraria for poetry judges.

• Approval of Old Drum Wood Carvers Grant
• Approval of Judges Honoraria for Poetry in the Park
• Approval of Mulberry Tree Bench Proposal
• Commission membership in Missouri Citizens for the Arts and Missouri Association of Community Arts Agencies
• FY25 Budget reminder

City Council

City staff are hosting a public educational meeting on October 16, 2024, to review new licensing and inspection requirements for bed and breakfast inns and short-term rentals in Warrensburg. The program, established by Ordinances No. 5825 and 5826 adopted in late 2023, requires all such establishments to pass an inspection and obtain a city business license by June 1, 2025. Inspections held January 1–February 28 are free; inspections after March 1 cost $125 each, and licenses must be renewed annually with a new inspection.

• Two ordinances (No. 5825 and No. 5826) adopted in late 2023 create the program
• All short-term rentals and B&Bs must complete inspection and get license by June 1, 2025
• Free inspections from January 1 to February 28, $125 per inspection after March 1
• License must be renewed yearly by June 1 with a new inspection
• Operators are encouraged to schedule inspections before January 1, 2025

City Council

The Warrensburg City Council will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance to amend a conditional use permit at 300 W. Pine Street for a 90-foot structure in a Light Industrial District. The council will also vote on multiple contracts including city manager recruitment services with EverStrive Solutions, network security with Infinitech, and a sign lease with Shoe Sensation. Other actions include approving a minor plat for Old Drum Landing, authorizing a MODOT local partner agreement, and making mayoral appointments to various boards.

• Public hearing on amending conditional use permit at 300 W. Pine Street for 90-foot utility structure
• Ordinance to authorize contract with EverStrive Solutions for city manager recruitment services
• Ordinance to authorize contract with Infinitech for network security and managed service provider
• Ordinance to authorize sign lease with Shoe Sensation, Inc.
• Ordinance approving minor plat of Old Drum Landing at 122 N. Main Street

Warrensburg Convention & Visitors Bureau

The Warrensburg Convention and Visitors Bureau Marketing Committee is meeting to appoint a chair and a short-term rental owner representative. The body will review current print and digital advertising and discuss items from its strategic plan.

• Appointment of Committee Chair
• Appointment of Committee Representative for short-term rental owners
• Review of Outdoor Expo (November 2024) and MTA Sports Exchange (March 2025) events
• Discussion of Visitor Profile Study and Website/Visitor Guide redesigns
• Discussion of Facility Marketing for events, sports, and meetings

Warrensburg Convention & Visitors Bureau

The Warrensburg Convention and Visitors Bureau Board will review and could approve the annual contract for services with the City of Warrensburg, the 2024-2025 property insurance renewal, and the 24-25 grant and sponsorship program. The board will also receive a presentation on the WCVB Ambassador Program and consider a strategic plan update.

• Review and approval of FY25 WCVB contract for services with the City of Warrensburg
• Review and approval of 2024-2025 property insurance renewal (package and terrorism form)
• Approval of the 24-25 WCVB grant and sponsorship program
• Presentation on the WCVB Ambassador Program by Visitors Center Manager Kayla Alley
• Financial report including budget detail and lodging tax report

Energy and Sustainability Task Force

The Warrensburg Energy and Sustainability Task Force meets to discuss potential projects in its five areas of focus: energy efficiency, resource conservation (including invasive plant remediation), renewable energy solutions, and public trees. The meeting will also include approval of previous meeting minutes and adoption of the agenda. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and planning.

• Discussion of energy efficiency projects
• Discussion of resource conservation projects including invasive plant remediation
• Discussion of renewable energy solutions
• Discussion of public trees initiatives
• Approval of previous meeting minutes

Warrensburg Convention & Visitors Bureau

The Visitor Center Committee of the Warrensburg Convention and Visitors Bureau will meet to appoint a committee chair and receive overviews of the history, current operations, and maintenance of the Visitors Center at 205 N Holden Street. The committee will also discuss scheduling future meetings.

• Appointment of committee chair
• History of the Warrensburg Visitors Center (205 N Holden)
• Overview of current operations at the Visitors Center
• Overview of current maintenance of the Visitors Center
• Discussion of scheduling future committee meetings

Warrensburg Convention & Visitors Bureau

The Warrensburg Convention and Visitors Bureau's Community Support Committee will meet to discuss its grants and sponsorships program, including a potential name change. Members will also review the WCVB Grants and Sponsorships for 2024-2025 and schedule future meetings. No votes are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and planning.

• Overview of the grants and sponsorships program
• Discussion of changing the program name
• Discussion of WCVB Grants 2024-2025
• Discussion of WCVB Sponsorship 2024-2025
• Appointment of committee chair

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board Recreation Committee will receive updates from recreation leadership staff and an overview of the upcoming Winter Basketball program. The board will also review a report from the Recreation Committee before adjourning. No votes or decisions are scheduled; all items are for discussion only.

• Updates from Recreation Leadership Staff
• Winter Basketball Overview
• Rec Committee Meeting Report

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Warrensburg Planning & Zoning Commission will hear a request to amend an existing conditional use permit for a community utility facility and to construct a 90-foot structure in a Light Industrial district at 300 W. Pine St. They will also review a minor plat for Old Drum Landing at 122 N. Main St. Public comments will be taken before any action on the permit request.

• Request to amend a conditional use permit for a community utility facility and construct a 90 ft structure at 300 W. Pine St.
• Minor plat review for Old Drum Landing at 122 N. Main St.
• Public comment period for the conditional use permit amendment.

Arts Commission

The Warrensburg Arts in Public Places Committee is meeting to receive updates on ongoing projects, including the Mulberry Tree, Poetry in the Parks (poetry selections, judges, and sign designs), and Art in City Buildings. New business includes discussion of ideas for Compton Park. The agenda is primarily informational and procedural, with no votes on ordinances or spending.

• Update on Mulberry Tree project
• Poetry in the Parks: poetry selection update
• Poetry in the Parks: judge update
• Designing signs for Poetry in the Parks
• Discussion of ideas for Compton Park

Warrensburg Convention & Visitors Bureau

The Warrensburg Convention and Visitors Bureau Finance Committee will meet to adopt the agenda, appoint a committee chair, and receive an overview of the bureau's finances and budget. The meeting also includes discussion of scheduling future committee meetings. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific decisions or dollar amounts listed.

• Appoint committee chair
• Overview of WCVB's finances and budget
• Discussion of scheduling future committee meetings

Diversity & Inclusion Commission

The Diversity & Inclusion Commission will discuss recruitment efforts, including contacts with UCM Prism and WHS, and reevaluate the purpose and efficacy of its activities. They will also receive reports from recent community events (UCM Get the Red Out, Community Connection Fair) and begin planning proclamations for National Hispanic Heritage Month, National Disability Employment Awareness Month, Native American Heritage Month, and Black History Month 2025.

• Recruitment of new members; UCM Prism and WHS contacted, awaiting response from WAFB
• Reevaluating the commission's purpose and efficacy, focusing on increasing visibility and raising DEI awareness
• Reports from UCM Get the Red Out (Sept 7) and Community Connection Fair (Sept 28) volunteer participation
• Proclamations: National Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept 15-Oct 15), National Disability Employment Awareness Month (October), Native American Heritage Month (November) – some awaiting responses
• New business: Black History Month event planning for February 2025

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a closed work session. The session includes a motion to close a portion of the meeting to discuss sealed bids, proposals, and negotiated contracts.

• Discussion of sealed bids and related documents
• Review of sealed proposals and negotiated contracts

Parks and Recreation Board

The Warrensburg Parks and Recreation Board will meet for a tour of the indoor pool renovation at 6:30pm followed by a regular meeting at 7pm. The agenda includes approval of prior minutes, an employee appreciation award, and committee reports on finances, building and grounds, and recreation. The board will also receive the director's report and address any unfinished or new business.

• Tour of indoor pool renovation at the Community Center
• Employee Appreciation Award presented to Danielle Dulin by City Manager
• Finance Committee report including year-end expenses for 2024

The Warrensburg Parks and Recreation Board approved the department's budget as presented, including additional purchases of $16K for pool water heaters, $9K for bleachers, and $36K for a Polaris ATV for snow removal. The board also approved the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved minutes from August 21, 2024 meeting (5-0)
• Approved budget with additional purchases: $16K pool heaters, $9K bleachers, $36K Polaris ATV (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss several ordinances including a development agreement for CMK Properties, LLC and a guaranteed maximum price for the Maguire Street Corridor Upgrade Project. The body is also reviewing FY2025 budget amendments and contracts for civic organizations.

• Guaranteed Maximum Price One (GMP1) for Project One of the Maguire Street Corridor Upgrade Project
• Development agreement for CMK Properties, LLC
• FY2025 budget amendments for the Solid Waste Management Fund and Water Pollution Control Fund
• Adoption of a Master Fee Schedule
• FY2025 insurance proposal from Mike Keith Insurance for property, liability, and cyber insurance

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will discuss and possibly approve the FY2025 Historic Preservation Fund Grant Application, adopt Historic Preservation Design Guidelines for Commercial Buildings, and consider an architectural and historical survey of the Broadview Addition - Phase I. Minutes from the August 7, 2024 meeting are also on the agenda.

• FY2025 Historic Preservation Fund Grant Application
• Historic Preservation Design Guidelines for Commercial Building
• Architectural and Historical Survey of Broadview Addition - Phase I
• Approval of minutes from August 7, 2024
• Next meeting scheduled for November 20, 2024

Parks and Recreation Board

The Building & Grounds Committee will meet to receive updates on current projects, a year-to-date budget review from the Finance Committee, and proposed expenses related to buildings and grounds. The agenda consists entirely of informational updates with no votes or decisions scheduled.

• Update on projects (not from timeline)
• Review of YTD budget as of September expenses
• Discussion of proposed expenses for buildings and grounds

Arts Commission

The Warrensburg Arts Commission will meet to approve public art proposals for Main Street and a coffee sleeve project. The body will also discuss a Mulberry Tree Bench proposal and FY25 arts grants.

• Approval of Downtown Beaded Suncatcher and Washington Street Mural proposals
• Purchase approval for Coffee Sleeve Project
• Mulberry Tree Bench Proposal
• FY25 Arts Grants and FY24 Grant Report for arxduo
• FY25 Fundraiser

The Warrensburg Arts Commission unanimously approved two public art proposals presented by Warrensburg Main Street: a Downtown Beaded Suncatcher installation and a Washington Street Mural. Both proposals will go to the City Council for final approval. The Commission also approved spending up to $245.83 for coffee sleeve project stickers and sleeves.

• Approved Downtown Beaded Suncatcher installation (unanimous)
• Approved Washington Street Mural addition (unanimous)
• Approved coffee sleeve project stickers and sleeves up to $245.83 (unanimous)

Parks and Recreation Board

This is a regular meeting of the Finance Committee. Members will discuss the year-to-date budget, review additional expenses incurred in September, and consider proposed expenses for the remainder of the month. The agenda consists entirely of routine financial review items with no specific proposals or public hearings.

• Year-to-date budget review
• Additional expenses in September
• Proposed expenses in September

Warrensburg Convention & Visitors Bureau

The Warrensburg Convention and Visitors Bureau Board will meet to approve prior meeting minutes, review the financial report and lodging tax data, and hear updates from the city manager and parks director. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Approval of August 8, 2024 meeting minutes
• Financial report including lodging tax data
• Director's report for September 2024
• City of Warrensburg update from City Manager Danielle Dulin and Council Member Jim Kushner
• Warrensburg Parks and Recreation update from Director Chris Deal

Parks and Recreation Board

The board will receive updates from Recreation Leadership Staff. No other items are listed for decision or discussion.

• Updates from Recreation Leadership Staff

City Council

The City Council is meeting to hold a second reading of the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 annual budget. The body is also considering several infrastructure contracts and traffic control ordinances for local subdivisions.

• Second reading of the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 annual budget
• Contract with Bowen Engineering Corporation for East and West WWTP Project
• Agreement with Constable Sanitation, Inc. for residential solid waste and recycling
• Contract with SAK Construction, LLC for 2024 Sanitary Sewer Main Lining Project
• $45,000.00 down payment for a jet truck from Armor Equipment

City Council

The City Council will hold a work session to discuss solid waste services. Community Development Director Barb Carroll will lead the presentation and the session includes public comment.

• Discussion of solid waste services

Arts Commission

The Arts in Public Places Committee is meeting to review updates on current art installations and discuss new ideas for Compton Park.

• Mulberry Tree project update
• Poetry in the Park judge update and sign design
• Art in City Buildings update
• Discussion of ideas for Compton Park

Energy and Sustainability Task Force

The Energy and Sustainability Task Force will meet to discuss potential projects in its areas of focus, including energy efficiency, resource conservation, renewable energy solutions, and public trees. A guest, Vernon Elsberry, will speak on invasive plant remediation. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the meeting is primarily for discussion and planning.

• Guest Vernon Elsberry presentation on invasive plant remediation as part of resource conservation discussion
• Discussion of potential projects in energy efficiency, resource conservation, renewable energy, and public trees
• Task force logistics including member rotation for taking minutes and attendance tracking

Diversity & Inclusion Commission

The Diversity & Inclusion Commission will discuss participation in upcoming community events (Burg Fest on Oct 11-12 and UCM Homecoming Parade on Oct 26) and decide whether to cancel or reschedule the January 2025 meeting. They will also review proclamations for National Hispanic Heritage Month, National Disability Employment Awareness Month, and Native American Heritage Month. Previous minutes and an event calendar are up for approval.

• Decision on January 2025 meeting: cancel or reschedule
• Participation in Burg Fest (Oct 11-12) and UCM Homecoming Parade (Oct 26)
• Proclamation: National Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept 15 – Oct 15, 2024)
• Proclamation: National Disability Employment Awareness Month (October)
• Proclamation: Native American Heritage Month (November)

The Diversity and Inclusion Commission decided not to participate in Burg Fest or the UCM Homecoming Parade, citing a lack of voting/non-voting members. The Commission will actively recruit new members and will discuss reviewing its purpose and effectiveness at the next meeting. No formal votes were taken on these items.

• Agenda approved (motion carried)
• Declined participation in Burg Fest and UCM Homecoming Parade
• Commission will recruit new members to fill vacancy
• Will discuss reviewing purpose and effectiveness at next meeting

Planning & Zoning Commission

The September 3, 2024 meeting of the Warrensburg Planning and Zoning Commission has been canceled because there were no items to address.

City Council

The City of Warrensburg is holding two public information meetings to discuss adoption of the 2024 International Building and Fire Codes. Staff will explain significant code changes. Attendance at either meeting is sufficient.

• Informational meetings on adoption of 2024 International Building and Fire Codes
• Two sessions: August 22 and August 29, 2024, 2–4 p.m. at Municipal Center, 200 S. Holden Street

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission, Historic Preservation Commission, and Board of Adjustment will attend a public presentation by the Building Code Board of Appeals regarding the proposed adoption of the 2024 International Building and Fire Codes. No other business is listed on this agenda.

• Public presentation on proposed adoption of the 2024 International Building Codes and 2024 International Fire Codes

Traffic Commission

The Warrensburg Traffic Commission will discuss several traffic regulation requests, including making Franklin Street no-parking on one side, setting a 25 mph speed limit and adding a stop sign in Juniper Ridge, and installing a stop sign at Rodger and Vest in Allen Acres. Old business includes follow-ups on rumble strips at Hamilton and Zoll and missing no-parking signs on Jackson Street.

• Request to make Franklin Street from Zoll to Maguire no parking on one side
• Juniper Ridge: allow parking only on one side, set 25 mph speed limit, install stop sign at Mahogany Court and Springridge Rd
• Allen Acres: add stop sign at Rodger and Vest
• Handicapped parking spot requested on Charles Street north of Grover for a resident at 318 Grover
• Follow-up on rumble strips at Hamilton and Zoll, and missing no-parking signs on Jackson Street between Cleburn and Zoll

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on the proposed FY2024-2025 annual budget and the 2024 property tax levy, then vote on first reading of the budget ordinance and three ordinances setting levy rates for General Revenue, Park, and Debt Service funds. Also on the agenda: a resolution authorizing the police department to apply for a MODOT Highway Safety Grant, mayoral appointments to the Children’s Memorial Gardens and Nancy Anderson Park Advisory Board and Arts Commission, and a proclamation for Big Brothers Big Sisters of Johnson County.

• First reading of ordinance adopting FY2024-2025 annual budget (starting Oct 1, 2024)
• Ordinances setting 2024 property tax levy rates for General Revenue, Park, and Debt Service funds
• Public hearings on the FY2025 budget and 2024 property tax levy
• Resolution authorizing police department to apply for MODOT Highway Safety Grant
• Mayoral appointments: Jonathon Clark to park advisory board (3-year term), Ana Reed to Arts Commission (5-year term), and reappointments of Conant, VanWey, Liechti

City Council

City Building Codes and Fire Department staff are holding information meetings to discuss the adoption of the 2024 International Building and Fire Codes. The meetings aim to inform the public about significant changes in these codes.

• Information meeting on 2024 International Building and Fire Codes

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission, Historic Preservation Commission, and Board of Adjustment have been invited to attend a Building Code Board of Appeals public presentation on the proposed adoption of the 2024 International Building and Fire Codes. No other items are on the agenda.

• Presentation on proposed adoption of 2024 International Building and Fire Codes

Parks and Recreation Board

The Warrensburg Parks and Recreation Board will review the proposed FY2025 department budget and a 5-year capital work plan. Committee reports include finance, building and grounds, and recreation. The board may also enter closed session to discuss legal matters and personnel records.

• Finance Committee presentation of FY2025 budget proposal for Parks and Recreation
• Review of 5-Year Parks Capital Work Plan
• Building and Grounds Committee report on facilities
• Director's report on department operations
• Closed session for legal actions and personnel records

The Warrensburg Parks and Recreation Board approved the 2024-2025 budget as presented, including revenue and expense changes, and a capital improvement plan. The board also approved the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting, and adjourned into a closed session for legal and personnel matters. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved 2024-2025 budget as presented (5-0)
• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved minutes from July 31, 2024 meeting (5-0)
• Approved motion to enter closed session for legal and personnel matters (5-0)

Arts Commission

The Warrensburg Arts Commission will discuss and potentially vote on two public art proposals from Main Street: a Downtown Beaded Suncatcher and a Washington Street Mural. Other business includes selecting winners for the City Budget Photo Contest, receiving committee reports on the Mulberry Tree recommendations and Poetry in the Park, and updates on FY25 grants and the Coffee Kindness Project.

• Public Art Proposal – Downtown Beaded Suncatcher
• Public Art Proposal – Washington Street Mural
• City Budget Photo Contest submissions (1,2,3)
• Mulberry Tree recommendations from Art in Public Places Committee
• FY25 Grant Update

The Warrensburg Arts Commission approved a call for poetry for the Poetry in Public Places project and selected judges. It delayed votes on two public art proposals from Warrensburg Main Street until the next meeting, and discussed options for the Compton Garden space and mulberry tree bench. The commission also approved a photo for the City Budget Book contest.

• Approved call for poetry for Poetry in Public Places (unanimous)
• Approved second photo for City Budget Book contest (consensus)
• Delayed vote on two public art proposals from Warrensburg Main Street
• Agreed to request design sketch for mulberry tree bench before voting
• Agreed to table August Art Walk

City Council

The City Council is meeting for a closed session to discuss legal actions and competitive bidding specifications. The meeting is conducted pursuant to Section 610.021 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri.

• Discussion of legal actions and litigation
• Review of specifications for competitive bidding

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board's Finance Committee will meet to review the proposed FY25 Parks & Recreation Budget. No other items are on the agenda besides the budget review and adjournment.

• Review of FY25 Parks & Recreation Budget

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board Recreation Committee meets for routine updates from recreation leadership staff. The agenda contains no decisions, public hearings, or concrete action items — only a single discussion item followed by adjournment.

• No actionable items; only staff updates

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and first/second reading on a conditional use permit for a three-story multi-family apartment building at 1106 S. Mitchell Street. The agenda also includes public comment on the Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan, ordinances approving minor and final plats, an agreement with Johnson County Emergency Management, a memorandum of understanding for the School Resource Officer program, an alley vacation, and acceptance of infrastructure improvements in Juniper Ridge. Additionally, the Council will consider a resolution supporting the Timberview Crossing senior housing development and make mayoral appointments.

• Public hearing and ordinance for a conditional use permit for a three-story multi-family apartment building at 1106 S. Mitchell Street
• Ordinance authorizing an agreement with Johnson County Emergency Management for use of the Emergency Operations Center
• Ordinance authorizing a memorandum of understanding with Warrensburg R-VI School District for the School Resource Officer program for 2024-2025
• Resolution in support of Timberview Crossing senior housing development
• Ordinance vacating an alley between 508 and 510 Water Street

The Warrensburg City Council unanimously approved all eight ordinances on the agenda, including a conditional use permit for a 27-unit apartment building at 1106 S. Mitchell Street, two plat approvals, and agreements for emergency management, conflict-of-interest disclosure, school resource officers, alley vacation, and infrastructure acceptance. The council also adopted two resolutions supporting a senior housing development and transferring old defibrillators, and made three appointments.

• Approved CUP for 27-unit apartment at 1106 S. Mitchell St (Ordinance 5881, unanimous)
• Approved Minor Plat of Vaughan Place at 111/113 W. Oak St (Ordinance 5882, unanimous)
• Approved Final Plat of Awesome Blossoms Addition Replat at 210/212 N. Holden St (Ordinance 5883, unanimous)
• Approved agreement with Johnson County Emergency Management for EOC use (Ordinance 5884, unanimous)
• Re-adopted conflict-of-interest disclosure procedure (Ordinance 5885, unanimous)
• Approved SRO MOU with Warrensburg R-VI School District (Ordinance 5886, unanimous)
• Vacated alley between 508 and 510 Water St (Ordinance 5887, unanimous)
• Accepted Juniper Ridge sewer/street/stormwater improvements (Ordinance 5888, unanimous)

City Council

The Warrensburg City Council is meeting in a closed work session to discuss sealed bids and related documents, as well as individually identifiable personnel records or performance ratings of employees or applicants. The agenda contains only procedural items, with no specific decisions or public discussions listed.

• Closed session under Missouri statute 610.021(12) for sealed bids and related documents
• Closed session under Missouri statute 610.021(13) for personnel records and employee performance ratings

Warrensburg Convention & Visitors Bureau

The Warrensburg Convention and Visitors Bureau Board will meet on August 8, 2024, to consider approving a revised budget for FY 23-24 and a new budget for FY 24-25. They will also vote on a strategic plan and a Marco Agreement. The meeting includes board officer elections and committee appointments.

• Approval of FY 23-24 revised budget and FY 24-25 budget
• Approval of Marco Agreement
• Approval of strategic plan
• Election of board officers
• Appointment of committees (Finance, Visitor Center, Community Support, Marketing)

The Warrensburg Convention & Visitors Bureau approved its FY 2024-2025 budget, projecting $459,400 revenue and $539,570 expenses, with the $80,170 shortfall covered by fund balance. The board also approved the FY 2023-2024 revised budget, a strategic plan, and a five-year Marco Technologies printing agreement. New officers and committee members were elected for the upcoming year.

• Approved FY 2024-2025 WCVB Budget (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2023-2024 Revised WCVB Budget (unanimous)
• Approved strategic plan with three goals (unanimous)
• Approved five-year Marco Technologies agreement at $150.57/month (unanimous)
• Elected Diane Thompson as President (unanimous)
• Elected Cody Jolliff as Vice Chair (unanimous)
• Elected Dana Phelps as Treasurer (unanimous)
• Elected JonAllen Cocumelli as Secretary (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will discuss and review pre-applications for the Historic Preservation Fund grant. The body will also address a realtor/downtown building owner meeting and the upcoming Missouri Preservation Conference.

• Review of Historic Preservation Fund Grant pre-applications
• Grant pre-application deadline: August 16, 2024
• Final grant application deadline: December 6, 2024
• Discussion of Realtor/Downtown Building Owner Meeting
• Missouri Preservation Conference (September 25-27, 2024)

The Historic Preservation Commission reviewed pre-applications for an architectural survey of the Broadview Addition and Design Guidelines for Historic Commercial Buildings. They decided to submit both to the State Historic Preservation Office for review, with a final decision on which to send as the official grant application to be made after that review. The commission also approved the June 26, 2024 minutes and adjusted its fall meeting schedule.

• Approved June 26, 2024 minutes (4-0)
• Submitted both grant pre-applications to State Historic Preservation Office for review
• Agreed to meet September 18 and November 20, cancel remaining fall meetings

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will consider a request for a conditional use permit to build a three-story building with multi-family apartments at 1106 S. Mitchell St. in a General Business district. Also on the agenda are a minor plat of Vaughan Place at 111-113 W. Oak St. and a final plat of Awesome Blossoms Addition Replat at 210-212 N. Holden St. Public comments will be taken during the Requests and Petitions item.

• Conditional use permit for a three-story building with multi-family apartments at 1106 S. Mitchell St.
• Minor plat of Vaughan Place at 111-113 W. Oak St.
• Final plat of Awesome Blossoms Addition Replat at 210-212 N. Holden St.
• Public hearing on the conditional use permit; public invited to speak
• Approval of minutes from July 1, 2024 meeting

Diversity & Inclusion Commission

The Diversity & Inclusion Commission will review reports on recent community events (Old Drum Day, Juneteenth, National Immigrant Heritage Month) and consider new proclamations for National Hispanic Heritage Month, National Disability Employment Awareness Month, and Native American Heritage Month. The meeting also includes discussion of meeting start time and online volunteer recruitment effectiveness.

• Report on Old Drum Day (June 8, 2024)
• Report on Juneteenth event (June 22, 2024)
• Proposal for proclamation: National Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept 15 – Oct 15, 2024)
• Proposal for proclamation: National Disability Employment Awareness Month (October)
• Proposal for proclamation: Native American Heritage Month (November)

The Diversity and Inclusion Commission approved changing its regular meeting start time from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m., effective next meeting, and voted to participate in the Community Connection Fair. Members also discussed volunteer recruitment, updated quiz questions for events, and planned future proclamations.

• Changed regular meeting start time from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. (motion carried)
• Approved participation in Community Connection Fair (motion carried)
• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved June 3rd minutes (motion carried)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Warrensburg Parks and Recreation Board will hold a regular meeting to elect a president and vice president, review the third-quarter budget and year-end estimates, and receive a director's report including a memo on American Legion Field. The board will also enter a closed session to discuss legal matters and personnel records.

• Election of board president and vice president
• Finance committee report on third-quarter budget through June 2024 with year-end estimate
• Director's report with memo on American Legion Field
• Closed session under Missouri law for legal actions and personnel records
• Employee appreciation awards announced

The Warrensburg Parks and Recreation Board elected Jason Duffey as President and Joshua Greene as Vice President, both by 6-0 votes. The board also approved the agenda and minutes, and heard reports on budget, maintenance, and recreation programs. No other formal decisions were made.

• Elected Jason Duffey as President (6-0)
• Elected Joshua Greene as Vice President (6-0)
• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved June 26, 2024 minutes (6-0, 1 abstention)

Children's Memorial Fund and Nancy Anderson Park Advisory Board

The Nancy Anderson Park/Children's Memorial Gardens Committee will discuss the success of Purse Palooza, plan the Candlelight Service for December 8, 2024, and receive an update on the Gelbach statue's shipping and placement. They will also prepare next year's budget for submission to the city council and discuss a donation to a hospital for a small cooling crib.

• Prepare next year's budget for submission to city council
• Discuss donation to hospital for small cooling crib
• Update on Gelbach statue shipping and placement in park
• Discuss Candlelight Service for December 8, 2024
• Review success of Purse Palooza and any changes

Parks and Recreation Board

The Finance Committee of the Parks and Recreation Board will meet to review the 3rd Quarter Budget Report through June 2024. The session includes a review of budget documents and a period for questions.

• Review of 3rd Quarter Budget Report through June 2024

Parks and Recreation Board

The Building & Grounds Committee of the Warrensburg Parks and Recreation Board will meet to introduce Gabe Dalton as the new Park Operations Superintendent. The committee will also review current updates to the Building & Grounds Manual and discuss the Parks Operations Superintendent's maintenance list covering completed projects, equipment needs, and future tasks. The meeting includes a final review and next steps, with closing comments.

• Introduction of Gabe Dalton as Park Operations Superintendent
• Review of Building & Grounds Manual contents and updates
• Discussion of maintenance list: areas worked on, equipment needed, future tasks

Arts Commission

The Arts in Public Places Committee will discuss updates for Sculptures on Loan and Poetry in the Parks. The meeting includes a review of art possibilities in city buildings and a survey for the Mulberry Tree Art Project.

• Updates on Sculptures on Loan insurance, upkeep, and MOUs
• Poetry in the Parks judge selection and sign design
• Art possibilities in city buildings
• Mulberry Tree Art Project Survey

Warrensburg Convention & Visitors Bureau

The Warrensburg Convention & Visitors Bureau Board will meet to approve a new strategic plan. The session also includes the election of board officers and committee appointments. Additionally, the board will review the proposed FY 24-25 budget and the Marco Agreement.

• Approval of Strategic Plan Draft
• Election of WCVB Board Officers
• WCVB Board Committee Appointments
• Presentation of FY 24-25 proposed budget
• Approval of Marco Agreement

Board of Adjustment

The Board of Adjustment will review the minutes from May 29, 2024. The agenda includes two resolutions regarding properties on Grover St. and E. Market St. Specific details about the nature of these resolutions are not provided in the agenda text.

• Approval of May 29, 2024 minutes
• Resolution VAR-95-2023 (215-219 Grover St.)
• Resolution VAR-102-2024 (449 E. Market St.)

Arts Commission

The committee will review various national, state, and regional granting agencies. This includes an overview of the National Endowment for the Arts, Missouri Humanities, and Missouri Arts Council. The meeting also includes a report from the Submitting Committee.

• Overview of NEA grants
• Review of Missouri Humanities and Missouri Arts Council grants
• Discussion of Rocket Grants and Warrensburg CVB Grants
• Submitting Committee Report

Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Commission

The Tax Increment Financing Commission will meet to approve minutes from July 19, 2023, and receive an annual report from the Interim HR-Finance Director. The commission will also conduct elections for Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary/Treasurer.

• Election of Chair, Vice-Chair, and Secretary/Treasurer
• Annual Report presented by Courtney Christensen
• Approval of July 19, 2023 minutes

Parks and Recreation Board

The committee will receive updates from recreation leadership staff and review the programming overview for September through December.

• Updates from Recreation Leadership Staff
• September – December Programming Overview

City Council

The Warrensburg City Council will vote on an ordinance amending the contract with Burns and McDonnell Co., Inc. for the Maguire Street Corridor Upgrade Project. The body will also approve the minor plat for Barnwood Heroes Addition and vacate a portion of an alley in the Original Plat of Warrensburg. Additionally, the council will hear FY25 funding requests from various community partners and review departmental budget updates.

• Ordinance amending contract with Burns and McDonnell Co., Inc. for Maguire Street Corridor Upgrade Project
• Approval of Minor Plat of Barnwood Heroes Addition at 717 & 719 E. Culton Street
• Ordinance vacating a portion of an alley between Lot 78 and Lot 79 in the Original Plat of Warrensburg
• FY25 funding request presentations from Arts, Historic Preservation, and other community partners
• Departmental budget review presentations for Water Pollution Control and Personnel

Diversity & Inclusion Commission

The commission will discuss the results of online advertisements for recruiting volunteers and the meeting starting time. Members will also hear reports on recent events, including Old Drum Day and Juneteenth. The group will consider future proclamations for Hispanic Heritage Month, Disability Employment Awareness Month, and Native American Heritage Month.

• Review of online advertisement results for recruiting volunteers
• Reports on Old Drum Day and Juneteenth events
• Proposed proclamation: National Hispanic Heritage Month (Sept 15 – Oct 15)
• Proposed proclamation: National Disability Employment Awareness Month (October)
• Proposed proclamation: Native American Heritage Month (November)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will elect a Historic Preservation Commission representative and review minutes from the June 3, 2024 meeting. The commission will also consider a minor plat for the Barnwood Heroes Addition located at 717 & 719 E. Culton St.

• Election of Historic Preservation Commission Representative
• Minor Plat of Barnwood Heroes Addition (717 & 719 E. Culton St.)

Parks and Recreation Board

The Warrensburg Parks and Recreation Board will review committee reports from the Finance, Building and Grounds, and Recreation committees. This includes an Arts Commission proposal for "Poetry in Parks" and a memo regarding the West Central League. The board will also welcome new member Bonnie Seelinger.

• Arts Commission proposal for Poetry in Parks
• West Central League memo
• Finance Committee budget report through May 2024
• Welcome of new board member Bonnie Seelinger

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will review previous meeting minutes and the FY25 budget request. The meeting also includes discussions regarding the Conservation District Ordinance and the Mid-Century Modern Project.

• FY25 Budget request
• Conservation District Ordinance discussion
• Mid-Century Modern Project discussion
• Broadview Addition discussion
• Design Guidelines discussion

City Council

The City Council will hold a budget work session to review presentations for various departments. This includes reviews of the police, fire, IT, and administrative services budgets for fiscal year 2025. The session also covers the revised 5-year capital improvement plan.

• 2025 Police Department budget presentation
• Review of the FY25 Capital Improvement Plan
• Administrative Services Department budget review
• IT budget briefing
• Fire Department Emergency Management presentation

City Council

The City Council will consider an ordinance to vacate part of the Charles Street right-of-way for a utility easement. The meeting also includes updates on departmental budget reviews and the 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan. Additionally, the council will review mayoral recommendations for the Convention & Visitor's Bureau.

• Ordinance to vacate Charles Street right-of-way near Gallaher’s Second Addition
• $500.00 donation from the Stevenson Fund to Teacher's Warehouse of Johnson County
• Appointments to the Warrensburg Convention & Visitor's Bureau
• Departmental budget reviews and 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan updates
• Maguire Sanitary Sewer Council update

Parks and Recreation Board

The Building & Grounds Committee will meet to discuss an Art Commission proposal. The committee will also receive an update regarding the pool.

• Art Commission Proposal
• Pool Update

Parks and Recreation Board

The Finance Committee will provide a year-to-date budget update. The committee will also discuss the budget process for 2025.

• YTD budget update
• 2025 budget process

Arts Commission

The commission will receive updates regarding the FY25 grant process and a mulberry tree. The meeting also includes a Grant Committee report and discussion of FY25 fundraisers.

• Update on FY25 grant process
• Update on mulberry tree
• Grant Committee Report
• Third Wednesday Art Walk (June 19)
• FY25 fundraisers

Warrensburg Convention & Visitors Bureau

The Warrensburg Convention and Visitors Bureau Board will review an agreement for a search engine marketing program with Madden Media. The board also has a work session scheduled to update the WCVB Strategic Plan. Financial and director reports will be presented.

• Approval of Search Engine Marketing Program (Madden Media agreement)
• Work session to update WCVB Strategic Plan
• Review of financial report

Parks and Recreation Board

The Recreation Committee meeting includes updates from recreation leadership staff and a discussion regarding sports league formats. No other specific business is listed on the agenda.

• Discussion of sports league format

Arts Commission

The Arts in Public Places Committee will review various granting agencies at this meeting. The agenda includes an overview of national, state, and regional programs including the NEA and Missouri Arts Council.

• Overview of National Endowment for the Arts (NEA) grants
• Review of Missouri Humanities and Missouri Arts Council grants
• Discussion of Rocket Grants for projects within 80 miles of downtown Kansas City
• Review of Warrensburg CVB grants

City Council

The City Council will review several land-use changes, including the rezoning of 501 N. Ridgeview Drive to a light industrial district. The meeting also includes discussions on budget amendments and an agreement with Johnson County Emergency Services.

• Rezoning 501 N. Ridgeview Drive from R3 to LI
• Conditional Use Permit for 205 E. Oak St.
• Rezoning 401 Franklin St. from R2 to R4
• Amendment to the Fiscal Year 2024 Annual Budget
• MOU with Johnson County Emergency Services Board

Energy and Sustainability Task Force

The Energy and Sustainability Task Force will review updates on the Rethink Maguire Project and the City Visioning Process. The meeting includes discussions regarding solid waste plans and sewer plant reactor updates. Members will also address the need for a committee recorder and the formation of a Tree Board Subcommittee.

• Update on Rethink Maguire Project, CCTV work, and potential detention area grant
• Solid Waste Plan and Sewer Plant Sequential Batch Reactors update
• Formation of the Tree Board Subcommittee
• Appointment of David McCannon as a certified arborist
• Proposed appointment of Suzy Latare to replace Bruce Uhler

Building Code Board of Appeals

The Building Code Board of Appeals is reviewing the 2024 International Building Codes to recommend adoption to the City Council. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding proposed local amendments to the 2024 fire codes.

• Review of 2024 International Building Codes for recommendation to City Council
• Discussion of proposed local amendments to 2024 fire codes

City Council

The Warrensburg City Council will meet to consider several ordinances and a resolution. This includes approving the Alexander Commons subdivision plat and ratifying a contract for Community Center pool repairs. The council will also address a MoDOT repayment and a clean water grant application.

• Approval of the Alexander Commons minor plat on North Holden Street
• Ratification of a contract with Mid-America Pool Renovation, Inc. for pool repairs
• Authorization of an $11,989.25 repayment to MoDOT
• Resolution for a Missouri Department of Natural Resources grant application

Diversity & Inclusion Commission

The commission will discuss updating the city website with links to the Missouri Human Rights Commission and a contact form. Members will also address recruitment for voting and liaison positions. Additionally, the group will consider participation in upcoming community events.

• Purchase of a storage bin
• Website updates regarding Missouri Human Rights Commission links
• Recruitment for voting member and liaison positions
• Proposed participation in Juneteenth (June 15)
• National Immigrant Heritage Month celebration (June 29)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will consider rezoning 501 N. Ridgeview Dr. from a multifamily residence district to a light industrial district. The meeting also includes an election of officers and a review of the FY25 budget request. Additionally, the commission will address a conditional use permit for 205 E. Oak St.

• Rezoning 501 N. Ridgeview Dr. from R3 to LI district
• Conditional Use Permit for a single-family dwelling at 205 E. Oak St.
• Minor Plat for Alexander Commons (1105 N. Holden St., 1109 N. Holden St., and 141 NW 21 Rd.)
• FY25 Budget Request
• Election of Chair, Vice-Chair, and Historic Preservation Commission Representative

Board of Adjustment

The Warrensburg Board of Adjustment will hold hearings on two variance requests. These include a request regarding PUD and setbacks at 215-219 Grover St. and a lot width variance for 449 E. Market St.

• Variance request for PUD and setbacks at 215-219 Grover St.
• Variance request for lot width at 449 E. Market St.

City Council

The Warrensburg City Council will not hold its regular meeting on Monday, May 27, 2024. The agenda contains only this cancellation notice, with no items for discussion or decision.

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board is holding a special meeting via Zoom. The agenda includes a review of a memo concerning indoor pool renovation.

• Memo on indoor pool renovation

City Council

This is a public open house, not a formal City Council decision meeting. Residents can view the latest design plans for the Maguire corridor transformation, meet the contractor, and learn about the construction schedule.

• Open house for Rethink Maguire corridor project
• Location: Warrensburg Community Center, 445 E. Gay St.
• Time: 5:00–7:00 pm, May 23, 2024
• Meet contractor and project team
• Learn about construction schedule

Parks and Recreation Board

The Warrensburg Parks and Recreation Board will review second-quarter financial reports to track park spending through April, which determines how public recreation funds are allocated. The board will also welcome City Council Member Jan Jones as its new liaison and consider an Arts Commission proposal for a 'Poetry in Parks 2024' event that would add community programming. A closed session is scheduled to discuss ongoing legal matters and employee personnel records.

• Review of year-to-date budget through March and revised April financial reports
• Consideration of an Arts Commission proposal for the 'Poetry in Parks 2024' event
• Welcome of City Council Member Jan Jones as the new Park Board liaison
• Discussion of a pickleball court dedication flyer
• Closed session to address legal actions and personnel records per state law

Historic Preservation Commission

The regular meeting of the Warrensburg Historic Preservation Commission scheduled for May 22, 2024, at 4:00 PM has been canceled. No business will be conducted at this time.

• Meeting canceled

Parks and Recreation Board

The Finance Committee will conduct a second quarter budget review and provide an update on debt service. The meeting also includes discussion regarding the indoor pool renovation.

• 2nd Quarter Budget Review
• Debt Service Update
• Indoor Pool Renovation

Arts Commission

The Arts Commission will discuss grant applications for the 2025 fiscal year and potential new community projects. The body is also reviewing fundraising efforts and the creation of a sketch club.

• FY25 Arts Grant submissions from Caden LeBlanc and Old Drum Wood Carvers
• Proposal for coffee sleeves featuring local children's art
• Discussion of FY25 fundraiser(s)
• Proposal for a sketch club
• Update on the Art in Public Places Committee and Grant Committee ideas

Parks and Recreation Board

The Buildings & Grounds Committee will discuss pickleball, an indoor pool, and other ongoing projects. The agenda does not provide specific details regarding these items.

• Pickleball
• Indoor pool
• Ongoing projects

Parks and Recreation Board

The Recreation Committee will meet to hold a discussion about the Haunted Hollow Trail. No other substantive agenda items are listed for this meeting.

• Haunted Hollow Trail discussion

Building Code Board of Appeals

The Building Code Board of Appeals will discuss local amendments to the 2024 International Building Codes and make adoption recommendations to the City Council. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and is otherwise procedural.

• Discussion of local amendments to the 2024 International Building Codes
• Recommendation to City Council for code adoption

Traffic Commission

The commission will consider a traffic control plan for the Allen Acres – 3rd Plat subdivision. The proposal includes establishing a 25 MPH speed limit and restricting parking to one side of the street. The plan also proposes new stop signs at the intersections of Mir Drive and Roger Drive, and Allen Drive and Sunflower Street.

• Traffic control plan for Allen Acres – 3rd Plat subdivision
• Proposed 25 MPH speed limit and parking restrictions
• Estimated $1,500 cost for new signage installation
• New stop signs at Mir Drive/Roger Drive and Allen Drive/Sunflower Street

City Council

The Warrensburg City Council will hold public hearings and first/second readings on rezoning 401 Franklin St. from R2 to R4 (medium-density multifamily) and amending parking requirements for land use 2.220. They will also consider several ordinances, including contract amendments for the Rethink Maguire project, the 2024 sidewalk and street maintenance programs, and a property rehabilitation code adoption. The agenda includes proclamations, recognition certificates, mayoral appointments, and a closed session for legal and real estate matters.

• Rezoning 401 Franklin St. from R2 to R4 (public hearing and ordinance)
• Amending parking requirements for land use 2.220 (public hearing and ordinance)
• Contract amendments with Burns & McDonnell and Capital Paving for Rethink Maguire project
• 2024 Sidewalk Improvement Program contract with Richter Excavating & Plumbing, LLC
• 2024 Street Maintenance Program (hot mix overlay) contract with Advanced Asphalt Paving & Concrete, LLC

Warrensburg Convention & Visitors Bureau

The Warrensburg Convention and Visitors Bureau board will meet to adopt the agenda, approve prior minutes, review the financial report, and discuss a strategic plan update. The main business items are a proposal from McDaniels Marketing for video/photo production and a sports grant application from MuleClub Post 131 American Legion Baseball Team.

• McDaniels Marketing video/photo procurement proposal
• MuleClub Post 131 American Legion Baseball Team sports grant application
• Financial report with activity and encumbrance as of 05/03/2024
• Strategic plan update

City Council

The Warrensburg City Council is holding a two-day retreat to discuss the city's financial outlook, including a 5-year forecast, capital improvement plan, and FY 2024-2025 revenue projections. They will also hear updates on solid waste, street maintenance, and the pavement condition index, and discuss challenges around citizen committees and unhoused community members. The retreat includes working sessions on downtown lighting, parklets, parking requirements, and a fill material ordinance, plus budget priority setting.

• 5-year financial forecast and capital improvement plan
• FY 2024-2025 revenue projections
• Solid waste update
• Downtown lighting, parklets, parking requirements, and fill material ordinance discussions
• Pavement Condition Index and 2024 street maintenance

Building Code Board of Appeals

The Building Code Board of Appeals is meeting to discuss local amendments to the 2024 International Building Codes and will make recommendations to the Warrensburg City Council for adoption. The agenda includes approval of previous meeting minutes and discussion of code amendments.

• Review of local amendments to the 2024 International Building Codes
• Recommendations to the Warrensburg City Council for code adoption

Diversity & Inclusion Commission

The commission will discuss its position regarding the Missouri Human Rights Commission and consider purchasing storage bins and banners. Members will also review upcoming heritage month proclamations and plan participation in local events like Old Drum Day.

• Discussion of position related to the Missouri Human Rights Commission
• Proposed purchase of a storage bin, banner, or tablecloths
• Proclamations for Jewish American Heritage Month and Caribbean American Heritage Month
• Participation in Old Drum Day and Juneteenth

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Warrensburg Planning and Zoning Commission will review a rezoning request for 401 Franklin St., which would change the property from a one- and two-family district to a medium-density multifamily district. The commission will also consider an ordinance amending Section 27-406 to update parking requirements for businesses that store or display goods outside fully enclosed buildings. These items affect local housing density options and commercial compliance standards.

• Rezoning request at 401 Franklin St. from R2 (one- and two-family) to R4 (medium-density multifamily)
• Ordinance amending Section 27-406 regarding parking requirements for Land Use 2.220 (businesses with outdoor storage/display of goods)
• Review of April 1, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

This is a departmental tour, not a decision-making meeting. The City Council will visit Community Development, GIS, and Economic Development from 8:30-10:30 am, then Public Works (plants, streets, collections) from 10:30 am-1:00 pm, starting at City Hall, 102A S. Holden. No votes or formal actions are scheduled.

• Tour of Community Development/GIS/Economic Development
• Tour of Public Works: Plants, Streets, Collections
• Includes lunch

Warrensburg Convention & Visitors Bureau

The Warrensburg Convention and Visitors Bureau Board is holding a special meeting to consider two main items: a $14,500 advertising sponsorship with KC Fox 4 TV's Zip Trip Series for Summer 2024, and emergency repairs to the Visitors Center at 205 North Holden Street, including gutter replacement, exterior wall repairs, and glass replacement in the exterior door. The board will also adopt the agenda and hear public comments.

• $14,500 advertising sponsorship with KC Fox 4 TV Zip Trip Series for Summer 2024
• Emergency repairs at 205 North Holden Street (Visitors Center): gutter replacement, exterior wall repair, glass replacement in exterior door
• Meeting held via Zoom with public participation options

Building Code Board of Appeals

The Building Code Board of Appeals will discuss the 2021 and 2024 International Residential Code and review the 2024 International Building Codes to make adoption recommendations to the Warrensburg City Council. The meeting includes a call to order, roll call, and approval of prior minutes.

• Discussion of 2021 & 2024 International Residential Code
• Review of 2024 International Building Codes for council recommendation
• Approval of minutes from April 23, 2024 meeting

City Council

This is a departmental tour schedule, not a decision-making meeting. The City Council will visit the Police, Fire, and Parks departments on April 29, and Community Development, GIS, Economic Development, and Public Works on May 6, to observe operations. No votes, ordinances, or public hearings are listed.

• Police tour: 8:00-9:00 am at 102B S. Holden
• Fire tour: 9:00-11:00 am
• Parks tour: 11:00 am-1:00 pm, includes lunch
• Community Development/GIS/Economic Development tour: May 6, 8:30-10:30 am
• Public Works tour: May 6, 10:30 am-1:00 pm, includes lunch

Arts Commission

The Arts in Public Places Committee is discussing a proposal to install original poetry on signs in city parks. The committee is reviewing the FY25 budget and the logistics for the poetry program and sculptures on loan.

• Proposed Poetry in the Parks program with signs in Cave Hollow, Hawthorne, Lion’s Lake, Culp, Marr, and Shepard Parks
• Proposed $500 budget for 10 aluminum signs
• Proposed $150 for three judge honoraria
• Discussion of FY25 budget
• Review of insurance and upkeep for sculptures on loan

Historic Preservation Commission

The April 24, 2024 regular meeting of the Warrensburg Historic Preservation Commission has been canceled. No items are scheduled for discussion or decision at this meeting.

Parks and Recreation Board

The Warrensburg Parks and Recreation Board will review committee reports regarding finance, building, and grounds. Discussions include the five-year capital improvement plan and debt service projections. The board will also recognize employees with appreciation awards.

• Review of year-to-date budget through March 2024
• Five-year Capital Improvement Plan requests for 2025–2029
• Building and grounds maintenance priorities
• Employee Appreciation Awards

Building Code Board of Appeals

The Warrensburg Building Code Board of Appeals will meet to review the 2024 International Building Codes and discuss changes between the 2021 and 2024 International Fire Code. The board will make recommendations to the City Council for adoption of the codes.

• Review of 2024 International Building Codes for recommendation to City Council
• Discussion of changes between 2021 and 2024 International Fire Code

City Council

The Warrensburg City Council will not hold its regular meeting on Monday, April 22, 2024. This agenda contains only a cancellation notice with no items for discussion or decision.

• No regular City Council meeting on April 22, 2024

Parks and Recreation Board

The Buildings & Grounds Committee will meet to receive general project updates. The provided agenda does not list specific projects, contracts, or items for decision.

• Project updates

Building Code Board of Appeals

The Building Code Board of Appeals will discuss changes to the 2020 and 2023 National Electric Code and review the 2024 International Building Codes to make recommendations to the Warrensburg City Council for adoption.

• Discussion of changes to the 2020 and 2023 National Electric Code
• Review of 2024 International Building Codes for potential adoption by City Council

Arts Commission

The Arts Commission is meeting to review the FY25 budget and plan a presentation to the City Council on May 13. The body will also discuss the final draft of a community activity book and local art initiatives.

• Review of FY25 Budget, including MACAA membership and conference fees
• Discussion of coffee sleeves featuring local student art
• Updates on Third Wednesday Art Walk events for April 17 and May 15
• Review of the final draft of the community activity book
• Sunshine Law overview presentation by City Clerk Jodi Schneider

Warrensburg Convention & Visitors Bureau

The Warrensburg Convention and Visitors Bureau Board will review financial reports, approve a Missouri Division of Tourism marketing matching grant application and a pending agreement with McDaniels Marketing, and consider a UCM Foundation sponsorship application. The board will also hear updates from the city and parks and recreation departments.

• Missouri Division of Tourism Marketing Matching Grant submission approval
• Agreement with McDaniels Marketing pending grant approval
• UCM Foundation sponsorship application
• Financial report with activity and encumbrance
• Lodging tax report

Parks and Recreation Board

The Parks & Recreation Board is continuing a discussion regarding the recreation vision. The meeting includes reviewing priorities and goals for the next five years.

• Discussion of recreation vision and five-year priorities/goals

Building Code Board of Appeals

The Building Code Board of Appeals will discuss changes to the International Existing Building Code and the Energy Conservation Code, and will make recommendations to the City Council for adoption. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and is focused on code review.

• Discussion of changes to the International Existing Building Code
• Discussion of changes to the Energy Conservation Code
• Review of 2024 International Building Codes for Council recommendation

City Council

The Warrensburg City Council will hold a second reading to annex a portion of Brady Commerce Park and establish a light industrial district, along with public hearings on rezoning two properties on Broad Street. They will also certify the April 2 election results, including the extension of a half-cent sales tax for capital improvements, and make several board appointments. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval, proclamations, and a closed session for legal matters.

• Second reading of ordinance annexing land east of U.S. Highway 13 and south of NE 200 Road (Brady Commerce Park)
• Public hearings and ordinances to rezone 108 and 109 Broad St. from R2 to CB
• Ordinances declaring election results for council member and half-cent sales tax extension
• Mayoral appointments to Board of Adjustment and TIF Commission
• Resolution to use Construction Management at Risk for East/West WWTP SBR Upgrade Project

Energy and Sustainability Task Force

The task force will discuss updates on the Rethink Maguire Project and the Solid Waste Plan. The meeting includes information regarding upcoming spring clean-up dates and hazardous waste collection. Members will also address forming a Tree Board Sub-Committee.

• Spring Clean-Up: April 8 (East of Maguire) and April 15 (West of Maguire)
• Johnson County Household Hazardous Waste/E-Waste Collection on April 20
• Update on Rethink Maguire Project
• Formation of a Tree Board Sub-Committee
• Appointment of a certified arborist by the City

Building Code Board of Appeals

The Building Code Board of Appeals will discuss changes between the 2021 and 2024 International Plumbing, Mechanical, and Fuel Gas Codes. The board's recommendations will go to the Warrensburg City Council for adoption.

• Discussion of changes to 2021 & 2024 International Plumbing, Mechanical, and Fuel Gas Codes
• Review of 2024 International Building Codes for potential adoption by City Council

Diversity & Inclusion Commission

The Warrensburg Diversity & Inclusion Commission will meet to approve internal policies on social media use, review event planning logistics for June activities like Old Drum Day and Juneteenth, and discuss proposed proclamations for national heritage months. Members will also consider recommendations for community education programs and small operational purchases. These meetings coordinate local cultural programming and establish guidelines for how the commission communicates with Warrensburg residents online.

• Election of vice chair
• Discussion on Sunshine Law compliance by invitee Jodi Schneider
• Review of social media and cloud service usage policies
• Proposals for June events: National Immigrant Heritage Month celebration, movie night, story time, and a kid-friendly famous people event
• Recommendations to City Council for proclamations recognizing National Arab American Heritage Month (April 8), Asian Pacific Islander Heritage Month (May), and LGBTQIA+ Pride Month (June)

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Warrensburg Planning and Zoning Commission will review three land use proposals that could change what types of buildings are legally allowed on specific parcels. Two properties at 108 and 109 Broad Street are proposed for rezoning from residential to central business district, while a site near US Highway 13 is proposed as a light industrial zone. A minor plat for Fox Den at W. Market St. and W. Gay St. will also be reviewed. The commission will hear public comments before issuing findings and recommendations to the city council.

• Rezoning 108 Broad St. from R2 residential to CB central business district
• Rezoning 109 Broad St. from R2 residential to CB central business district
• Establishing LI light industrial district at Brady Commerce Park near US Highway 13 and NE 200 Rd.
• Minor plat review for Fox Den at 449 W. Market St. and 448 W. Gay St.

Arts Commission

The Arts in Public Places Committee is meeting to discuss the FY25 budget and membership updates. The body will review proposals for sculptures on loan and a poetry in the parks initiative.

• Budget for FY25
• Proposed sculpture location at Compton Garden
• Poetry in the Parks draft proposal and call
• UCM Art lease information for art in city buildings

Parks and Recreation Board

The Warrensburg Parks and Recreation Board will review financial records through February, receive committee updates on park operations, and consider an ordinance amendment that establishes or adjusts fees for food trucks and other vendors operating at city parks. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss active legal matters and employee personnel records as permitted by state law.

• Review of year-to-date budget through February 2024
• Discussion of an ordinance amendment for vendor and food truck fees
• Finance, Building and Grounds, and Recreation committee reports
• Closed session on legal actions and employee personnel records

Historic Preservation Commission

The Warrensburg Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to review minutes, discuss the FY25 budget, and plan for National Preservation Month activities in May. The agenda also includes updates on notable structures, a WWII Heritage GIS StoryMap, and an architectural scavenger hunt. No rezoning or contract decisions are on the agenda.

• FY25 Budget Discussion with FY24 budget document for reference
• National Preservation Month proclamation scheduled for May 3, 2024 at Warrensburg Visitors Center
• WWII Heritage GIS StoryMap update
• Architectural Scavenger Hunt with Warrensburg Main Street
• Minutes review from November 3, 2023 meeting

Building Code Board of Appeals

The Building Code Board of Appeals will discuss changes between the 2021 and 2024 International Building Codes and make recommendations to the City Council for adoption. The meeting includes a call to order, approval of previous minutes, and adjournment.

• Review of 2024 International Building Codes for adoption recommendation
• Discussion of changes from 2021 to 2024 International Building Code

City Council

The Warrensburg City Council will hold a public hearing and first reading of an ordinance to annex a portion of Brady Commerce Park, located east of U.S. Highway 13 and south of NE 200 Road. The council will also consider ordinances to purchase an aerial bucket truck for Public Works, dissolve the Hawthorne Development Transportation Development District, and accept a workers compensation insurance proposal. A closed session is scheduled for legal and personnel matters.

• Public hearing and first reading of ordinance annexing a portion of Brady Commerce Park (east of U.S. Highway 13, south of NE 200 Road)
• Ordinance authorizing City Manager to purchase Public Works aerial bucket truck
• Ordinance authorizing City Manager to execute dissolution agreement with Hawthorne Development Transportation Development District
• Resolution accepting workers compensation insurance proposal from Missouri Rural Services Workers Compensation Insurance Trust for April 1, 2024 – March 31, 2025
• Closed session for legal actions and personnel records

Parks and Recreation Board

The Warrensburg Parks and Recreation Buildings & Grounds Committee continues its discussion on capital improvement needs for local parks and facilities. These discussions typically address maintenance, upgrades, or new amenities at public recreation sites that residents use daily. No specific projects, funding amounts, or votes are listed in this agenda packet. The meeting concludes immediately after this item.

• Continued discussion on capital improvement needs for parks and recreation facilities

Building Code Board of Appeals

The Warrensburg Building Code Board of Appeals will meet to review the 2024 International Building Codes and make recommendations to the City Council for adoption. The agenda includes an organizational meeting with member introductions, officer elections, and discussion of rules and schedule.

• Review of 2024 International Building Codes for recommendation to City Council
• Election of officers and adoption of rules of procedure and meeting schedule

Parks and Recreation Board

The Finance Committee will review the year-to-date budget update through February 2024. The committee will also review bids for the indoor pool.

• Year-to-date budget update through February 2024
• Indoor pool bids

Arts Commission

The Arts Commission is meeting to discuss the FY25 budget and fundraising efforts. The body will review the first draft of a local tourism activity book and discuss a coffee sleeve art project for children.

• Review of first draft of the tourism activity book
• Grant application from Warrensburg Burg Community Band
• Preparation for FY25 Budget
• Discussion of Coffee Sleeves Art Project
• Planning for Art Walks (4/17, 5/15, 6/19, 7/17, 8/21, 9/18)

Warrensburg Convention & Visitors Bureau

The Warrensburg Convention and Visitors Bureau Board will meet via Zoom to consider three sponsorship/grant requests: the Johnson County Cancer Foundation Golf Tournament, Wings Over Whiteman, and the West Central Missouri Veterans Assistance League. The board will also review financial reports, a community support grant update, a strategic plan RFP, and a visitor center update.

• Johnson County Cancer Foundation Golf Tournament sports grant
• Wings Over Whiteman sponsorship
• West Central Missouri Veterans Assistance League sponsorship
• Community support grant update (WBG Foundation, Main Street Beer and Wine Stroll)
• Strategic plan consultant RFP

City Council

The Warrensburg City Council will consider two ordinances: one accepting a sanitary sewer main extension at 3rd Street and W Gay Street for city maintenance, and another establishing traffic control devices on the Cooper Blvd Extension, Thompson Dr, and Hawthorne Blvd. The council will also appoint Tommie McKinney to the Diversity and Inclusion Committee and hear staff updates on finance, community development, and fire department activities.

• Ordinance accepting sanitary sewer main extension at 3rd St and W Gay St for maintenance
• Ordinance establishing traffic control devices on Cooper Blvd Extension, Thompson Dr, and Hawthorne Blvd
• Mayoral appointment of Tommie McKinney to Diversity and Inclusion Committee (term through Oct 2024)
• Proclamations for Women's History Month and Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
• February financial report and activity reports from community development and fire department

Energy and Sustainability Task Force

The task force will discuss updates to the Rethink Maguire Project and the Solid Waste Plan. The agenda includes information regarding spring clean-up dates and hazardous waste collection. Members also intend to form a Tree Board Sub-Committee.

• Rethink Maguire Project update
• Spring Clean-Up: April 8 (East of Maguire) and April 15 (West of Maguire)
• Johnson County Household Hazardous Waste/E-Waste Collection on April 20
• Formation of a Tree Board Sub-Committee
• Solid Waste Plan update

Diversity & Inclusion Commission

The commission will recognize new members Kennedy Burton and Casey Langston. Members will discuss electing a chair and setting meeting frequency. The group will also discuss upcoming community events such as Old Drum Day and Juneteenth.

• Election of commission chair
• Recognition of new members Kennedy Burton and Casey Langston
• Reading of Resolution 2175
• Discussion of Old Drum Day and Juneteenth

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Commission will consider rezoning requests for properties at 108 and 109 Broad Street. These requests propose changing the zoning from R2 One- and Two-Family Residence District to CB Central Business District. The meeting also includes a review of the February 5, 2024 minutes.

• Rezoning request for 109 Broad St. from R2 to CB
• Rezoning request for 108 Broad St. from R2 to CB

Parks and Recreation Board

The board will receive financial budget printouts through January 2024 and reports from the Building and Grounds and Recreation committees. The meeting also includes a director's report and a closed session regarding legal matters and personnel records.

• Review of budget printouts through January 2024
• Building and Grounds Committee Report
• Recreation Committee Report
• Employee Appreciation Awards
• Closed session for legal actions and personnel records

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to review a request for written comments on potential effects of a proposed fence and antenna collocation on an existing cell tower at 126 E. Gay St. They will also discuss National Preservation Month 2024, the FY25 budget, and other preservation initiatives. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and commissioner comments.

• Request for written comments on proposed fence and antenna collocation at 126 E. Gay St.
• National Preservation Month 2024 proclamation and library table
• FY25 budget discussion (FY24 HPC budget document provided)
• Recognition of American World War II Heritage City designation
• Missouri Preservation Conference, Sept 25-27, 2024, Echo Bluff State Park

Traffic Commission

The Traffic Commission will review an ordinance to establish traffic control devices on the Cooper Boulevard Extension, Thompson Drive, and Hawthorne Boulevard. This includes implementing a 25 mph speed limit and no-parking zones. The commission will also consider reducing the speed limit on Thompson Drive and adding a school bus stop sign on West Pine Street.

• Ordinance for traffic control devices on Cooper Boulevard Extension, Thompson Dr, and Hawthorne Blvd
• Proposal to reduce Thompson Drive speed limit from 35 to 25 mph
• Acceptance of the Cooper Street Extension project and associated signage
• Proposed school bus stop sign in the 600 block of W Pine St
• Estimated $800 cost for required City-purchased signage

City Council

The Warrensburg City Council will consider several ordinances, including the purchase of three fire department emergency response vehicles, a contract amendment for the Rethink Maguire project, a contract with Capital Paving for the Maguire Street Corridor, and a grant reimbursement agreement with the Johnson County Economic Development Corporation. They will also vote on a resolution supporting the Johnson County COAD program and make mayoral appointments to the Diversity and Inclusion Commission.

• Ordinance authorizing purchase of three Fire Department emergency response vehicles
• Ordinance authorizing contract amendment with Burns and McDonnell for Rethink Maguire Project
• Ordinance authorizing contract with Capital Paving and Construction for Maguire Street Corridor Project (CMAR)
• Ordinance authorizing Johnson County Economic Development Corporation Grant Reimbursement Agreement
• Resolution supporting Johnson County Missouri Community Organization Active in Disaster Program

Arts Commission

The Arts in Public Places Committee is meeting to review the committee's history, funding, and membership. The body will discuss several proposed art initiatives for the city.

• Installing sculptures on concrete slabs (Sculpture on the Move)
• Adding art in city buildings
• Initiating Poetry in the Park
• Commissioning murals
• City envisioning process

Parks and Recreation Board

The Buildings & Grounds Committee will discuss capital improvement needs. This meeting agenda is limited to this single discussion item.

• Discussion regarding capital improvement needs

Arts Commission

The Arts Commission is meeting to discuss a May 13 presentation to the City Council and a fundraiser for fiscal year 2025. The body will also review reports from the Activity Book and Art in Public Places committees.

• Presentation to City Council scheduled for May 13
• Planning for FY25 fundraiser
• Discussion of a possible social/art gathering hosted by Jo Narron on June 20
• Updates on the Activity Book project in partnership with the WCVB
• Progress on mapping Art in Public Places concrete pads

Warrensburg Convention & Visitors Bureau

The Warrensburg Convention and Visitors Bureau board will meet to adopt the agenda, approve minutes, review financial reports, and receive updates on the strategic plan, visitors center, and grants. They will also discuss strategic plan facilitation services, an educational conference scholarship, and trademarking the WCVB logo. The meeting will close with a closed session for personnel and contract matters.

• Strategic Plan Facilitation Services RFP
• MDT Educational Conference Scholarship and STS Marketing College
• WCVB Logo Trademark using Hovey Williams LLP services
• Financial report and lodging tax report
• Closed session for employee matters and contract negotiations

Arts Commission

The Arts Commission is meeting to discuss the progress of the Activity Book project. The body will review project quotes, page content, the design process, and the timeline.

• Review of quotes for the Activity Book project
• Updates on Activity Book page content
• Updates on Activity Book design process
• Review of Activity Book project timeline

City Council

The City of Warrensburg will hold a public meeting to discuss facility plans for the West and East Wastewater Treatment Plant improvements. The session is intended to address public comments and questions regarding the proposed project and its Environmental Information Document.

• Public comment on West and East Wastewater Treatment Plant improvements
• Discussion of the Environmental Information Document

City Council

The City of Warrensburg will hold a public hearing to discuss facility plans for the West and East Wastewater Treatment Plant improvements. The meeting is intended to address public comments and questions regarding how these proposed projects may impact user rates.

• Public hearing on West and East Wastewater Treatment Plant improvements
• Discussion of proposed project user rate impacts

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider an ordinance to amend wall sign requirements. The meeting also includes discussions on mutual aid with fire investigators, animal shelter leasing, and infrastructure updates.

• Public hearing and ordinance reading regarding wall sign requirements (Section 27-504)
• Mutual aid agreement with the Johnson County Fire Investigation Unit
• Veterans Road Extension easement from Brady Commerce Park, LLC
• Lease agreement with Warrensburg Animal Rescue for the animal shelter
• Purchase of grit washers for Water Pollution Control Facilities

City Council

The City Council, Planning and Zoning Commission, and Traffic Commission are attending a field trip to review the Rethink Maguire street corridor project. The trip is informational only, with no formal decisions or votes scheduled. Transportation is limited to invited attendees.

• Field trip for the Rethink Maguire project
• Joint attendance by City Council, Planning and Zoning Commission, and Traffic Commission
• Departs from Warrensburg City Hall, 102 S. Holden Street

Parks and Recreation Board

The Recreation Committee will conduct a review of the current recreation timeline and goals. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding the recreation vision.

• Recreation Timeline Review
• Recreation Goals Review
• Recreation Vision Discussion

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review an ordinance to amend Section 27-504 of the City of Warrensburg Code regarding wall sign requirements. The meeting also includes a discussion of a planning officials training video titled 'Findings Of Fact'.

• Ordinance amending Section 27-504 of the Code of City Ordinances regarding wall sign requirements

City Council

The City Council has been invited to attend an accreditation assessment luncheon meeting. The meeting includes Warrensburg Main Street, Missouri Main Street Connection, and Main Street America.

• Accreditation Assessment Luncheon Meeting

Parks and Recreation Board

The Warrensburg Parks and Recreation Board will review a proposed ordinance amendment for 15-6 concerning selling activities within parks. The meeting also includes reports from the Finance, Building & Grounds, and Recreation committees.

• Ordinance amendment for 15-6 regarding selling in parks
• Finance Committee report on year to date budget
• Employee Appreciation Awards

Traffic Commission

The City Council, Planning and Zoning Commission, and Traffic Commission will hold a joint work session to review the Rethink Maguire project. The session includes presentations by Burns and McDonnell regarding Phase 1 public input and technical analysis.

• Rethink Maguire - Phase 1 Public Input Summary presentation
• Rethink Maguire - Technical Analysis presentation

City Council

The Warrensburg City Council, along with the Planning and Zoning and Traffic Commissions, will hold a joint work session to discuss the Rethink Maguire project. They will review the Phase 1 public input summary and a technical analysis presented by Burns and McDonnell. No formal votes are scheduled; this is a discussion item.

• Presentation of Rethink Maguire Phase 1 Public Input Summary
• Presentation of Rethink Maguire Technical Analysis by Burns and McDonnell

Planning & Zoning Commission

The City Council, Planning and Zoning Commission, and Traffic Commission will hold a joint work session. The meeting includes presentations by Burns and McDonnell regarding the Rethink Maguire project.

• Rethink Maguire - Phase 1 Public Input Summary presentation
• Rethink Maguire - Technical Analysis presentation

Historic Preservation Commission

The January 24, 2024, regular meeting of the Warrensburg Historic Preservation Commission has been canceled. No items are scheduled for discussion or decision at this meeting.

• Meeting canceled

Parks and Recreation Board

The Building & Grounds Committee will meet to review the Master Plan, Trails Plan, and capital improvement requirements. The meeting also includes a review of the ADA Transition Plan and the debt service schedule.

• Review of Master Plan and Trails Plan
• Review of Capital Improvements & Equipment Needs
• Review of ADA Transition Plan
• Review of Debt Service Schedule

Children's Memorial Fund and Nancy Anderson Park Advisory Board

The Children's Memorial Committee is meeting to discuss new business, including coordinating this year's Purse Palooza with Stormy Taylor, adding walls to the Gardens, and changes to operations discussed with the city manager. They will also review a donation from the Gelbach family for a custom sculpture of Nancy Anderson's son and a request for assistance from Western Missouri Medical Center. Old business covers park maintenance and a scout project.

• Coordinate Purse Palooza with Stormy Taylor
• Discuss adding more walls to the Gardens
• Discuss donation from Gelbach family for custom sculpture of Nancy Anderson's son
• Discuss request for assistance from Western Missouri Medical Center
• Discuss park maintenance and scout project

Arts Commission

The Warrensburg Arts Commission is meeting to review the vision and design process for an Activity Book project. The body will discuss page content, timelines, and printing quotes.

• Review of Activity Book project vision
• Discussion of page content and design process
• Review of printing quotes

Traffic Commission

The Traffic Commission will discuss public input and technical analysis of the Rethink Maguire Phase 1 project.

• Presentation on Rethink Maguire -- Phase 1 Public Input Summary
• Technical Analysis of Rethink Maguire

Planning & Zoning Commission

The City Council, Planning and Zoning Commission, and Traffic Commission will hold a joint work session. The meeting includes presentations by Burns and McDonnell regarding the Phase 1 public input summary and technical analysis for the Rethink Maguire project.

• Rethink Maguire -- Phase 1 Public Input Summary presentation
• Rethink Maguire -- Technical Analysis presentation

City Council

The City Council will consider an ordinance to submit a 1/2-cent sales tax extension to voters for capital improvements. The meeting also includes discussions on the Warrensburg Historic Preservation Plan and the FY23 year-end unaudited financial report.

• Ordinance for a 0.5% sales tax extension to fund capital improvements
• Resolution approving the Warrensburg Historic Preservation Plan
• Ordinance amending the Nancy J. Anderson-Charles W. Stevenson Scholarship Endowment Fund
• FY23 Year End Unaudited Summary and Fund Balance Report
• Award of Merit presentation to Paula West, Municipal Court Prosecutor

City Council

The Warrensburg City Council, Planning and Zoning Commission, and Traffic Commission are holding a joint work session to receive presentations from Burns and McDonnell on the Rethink Maguire project, including a Phase 1 public input summary and technical analysis. No formal decisions are scheduled; the agenda is limited to these presentations and standard procedural items.

• Rethink Maguire Phase 1 public input summary presented by Burns and McDonnell
• Rethink Maguire technical analysis presented by Burns and McDonnell
• Joint work session of City Council, Planning and Zoning Commission, and Traffic Commission

Arts Commission

The Arts Commission will discuss a grant request from Alex Smith for a guest artist residency and concert. The body will also elect officers and review commissioner terms.

• Grant request of $1,000 from Alex Smith for arx duo percussion concert and residency
• Election of Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary
• Review of Commissioner terms
• Discussion of Activity Book Project
• Art in Public Places Committee membership and agenda

Warrensburg Convention & Visitors Bureau

The Warrensburg Convention and Visitors Bureau Board will meet to adopt the agenda, approve prior minutes, and review the financial report including lodging tax figures. The board will also receive updates on the strategic plan, visitors center, grants, and a presentation of the 2023 annual report, along with reports from the tourism director and city officials.

• Financial report and lodging tax details for January 8, 2024
• Strategic plan update from tourism director
• Visitors center update and Main Street notification
• Grant update and educational scholarship information
• 2023 annual report presentation

Parks and Recreation Board

The Recreation Committee will meet to review goals for the Recreation Division, specifically regarding fitness, sports, and programs and events. The board will also receive a development update for the Aquatics Division.

• Recreation Division goals review (Fitness, Sports, Programs & Events)
• Aquatics Division development update

City Council

The Warrensburg City Council will consider an ordinance to submit a 1/2-cent sales tax extension for capital improvements to voters, likely in an upcoming election. The agenda also includes several other ordinances, resolutions, and appointments, including a minor plat approval, a water service termination agreement, and the dissolution of the Tree Board.

• Ordinance to submit 1/2-cent sales tax extension for capital improvements to voters
• Ordinance approving minor plat of Sydney Lynn Addition at 124 N. Main St. and 502 W. Culton St.
• Ordinance repealing and replacing Ordinance 4743 for water service termination on delinquent sewer accounts
• Ordinance dissolving the Tree Board and amending tree provisions
• Resolution approving 2024 donation to Johnson County Cancer Foundation from Stevenson Fund

Warrensburg Convention & Visitors Bureau

The Warrensburg Convention & Visitors Bureau Visitor Center Committee will hold a meeting on January 3, 2024, to discuss updates on the Visitor Center at 205 N Holden and the WCVB Strategic Plan Goal 1. The agenda includes call to order, roll call, and adoption of the agenda.

• Update on Visitor Center at 205 N Holden
• WCVB Strategic Plan Goal 1 update

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission and Historic Preservation Commission will review a presentation regarding the Warrensburg Historic Preservation Plan. The presentation is being delivered by The Lakota Group via video conference.

• Presentation and discussion of the Warrensburg Historic Preservation Plan

Planning & Zoning Commission

The Planning and Zoning Commission will review a minor plat proposal for the Sydney Lynn Addition. This item involves properties located at 124 N. Main St. and 502 E. Culton St.

• Minor Plat of Sydney Lynn Addition (124 N. Main St. and 502 E. Culton St.)